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What Is a Heat Pump System?

A heat pump doesn't generate heat; it transfers it from one place to another. It's an appliance with a bright future in an eco-conscious country.
As winter nears, so do rising heating bills. Discover how heat pumps provide an alternative to traditional HVAC systems and can lead to long-term savings.
Most heat pumps fall into the broad categories of ducted or ductless, but there are also a number of subcategories you should be aware of when choosing a heat pump for your home. Sam Becker ...
Colder weather is quickly approaching, which means it’s time for many folks to start cranking up the heat in their homes and ...
Kimberly Dawn Neumann is a multi-published NYC-based writer whose work has appeared in myriad publications ranging from Forbes to Real Simple to Cosmopolitan. She’s written hundreds of articles as ...
When you think about cutting your utility bill, your mind probably jumps to energy-guzzling appliances like your fridge, TV or washing machine. But here’s something you might not realize: your water ...
Federal incentives for home energy improvements are running out at the end of the year, so it’s decision time for anyone who has been thinking about a heat pump. The right decision can depend on where ...
Cold weather innovations could help spur more sales as manufacturers roll out products to meet a DOE initiative to broader heat pump adoption.
Technology is changing, public awareness is increasing, and the regulatory environment is in flux—we talk with Cala System’s CEO Michael Rigney on what the future has in store. Cala Systems is a ...
It’s not heating systems themselves but a commonly found component in many of them that poses a serious and potentially lethal threat. That threat has prompted the Competition and Consumer Protection ...